CB Destinations - DAL/Florence

Originally posted by BigD425 from a sports forum:

These guys (rotoworld) had us hooking up with Booker (Walker wasn't an
option as wasn't free). They predict us going all out for Florence. I
think he's worth looking at, but nowhere near what they indicate him
making. Those last few years better have a ton of money on them.

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1. Asante Samuel (Patriots) - Samuel was not as effective in coverage in
2007 and is considered a "system player" by some GMs. However, he is
experienced in a man-coverage scheme and has elite ball skills. Samuel,
who just turned 27, has 19 picks and a startling 58 pass breakups over
the last three seasons. He is in search of a ten-year, $100 million
contract, which he won't get from the Patriots.

Prediction: Saints - 10 years, $100 million ($24 million guaranteed)

2. Drayton Florence (Chargers) - Since being a second-round pick in 2003
out of Tuskegee, Florence has had one legitimately strong season (2006).
He couldn't help losing his starting job to Antonio Cromartie last year.
We know what Florence is: a league average starter with decent
playmaking ability and mediocre tackling skills. But in this market,
he's the No. 2 cornerback available and will be a rich man shortly.

Prediction: Cowboys - 7 years, $42 million ($19 million guaranteed)

3. Randall Gay (Patriots) - Gay can play both safety and cornerback and
rarely lets plays get behind him. He's an LSU product who will tackle
and can play inside and outside. None of Gay's physical measurements
stand out and he's never been a full-time starter. But he is coming off
a career best three-interception season, is only 25, and has No. 2
corner potential.

Prediction: Falcons - 5 years, $30 million ($11 million guaranteed)

4. Brian Kelly (Bucs) - Kelly, who paid the Bucs $3.85 million to opt
out of his deal, was arguably a better all-around corner than Ronde
Barber in his prime. Now 32 and coming off back-to-back injury plagued
campaigns, Kelly's value is at a low. But if he can put his toe problems
behind him, Kelly will be an asset in a Cover 2. He is a fine tackler
and will make plays on the ball. There's no better fit for him than with
old Bucs DL coach Rod Marinelli.

Prediction: Lions - 3 years, $14 million ($6 million guaranteed)

5. Fernando Bryant (Lions) - Bryant turns 31 soon and isn't outstanding
in any area, but has extensive experience in both zone and man-to-man
schemes. He led Lions cornerbacks with 69 tackles and 13 pass breakups
in 2007. Bryant's build (5'10/175) would translate well as a slot corner
for his next team. He'll be a low upside signing, but can be a steady
No. 2 or 3 CB.

Prediction: Patriots - 3 years, $8 million ($3 million guaranteed)

6. Keith Smith (Lions) - Has never started full time, but probably
should've last year. Smith, 27, had three INTs, one returned for a
score. He'd be a fine nickel back signing.

7. Travis Fisher (Lions) - Approaching early-career journeyman status.
Fisher is somewhat injury prone, but can cover the slot. He's 28 but
should come cheap.

8. Will James (Eagles) - Apparently, the name change (from Will
Peterson) hasn't helped. James lost his third corner job to Joselio
Hanson down the stretch last year. He has good size (6'0/200), but has
an injury history and is unreliable.

9. Jacques Reeves (Cowboys) - Picked up starts last year with Terence
Newman and Anthony Henry hobbled, but isn't excellent in any area and
will be searching for a megadeal. Like Jason David at this time last
year, he's someone to avoid.

10. Ricardo Colclough (Browns) - Toolsy former second-round pick
couldn't crack the Steelers' CB rotation 2004-2006 or Cleveland's in
2007. Colclough can return punts, but is also fumble prone. He's worth a
look, but shouldn't be guaranteed anything.